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Victims' Rights Issues
Ms. Herman talked about her work at the National Center for Victims of Crime. She provided current crime statistics in the United States and how crime affects families and businesses. She also encouraged the creation of distinct divisions in the justice system that would separately address victims and criminals. Following her prepared remarks she answered questions from the audience.
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U.S. Military Preparedness
General Shelton talked about preparing U.S. military forces for the future, including the Defense Department budget, military training, new enemies after the Cold War, and the use of deadly force. He also answered questions from the future.
Type: Media
FDA: Preparing for the 21st Century
Ms. Henney talked about various issues facing the Food and Drug Administration and ways the agency tried to maintain accuracy and public trust. Among the topics she addressed were drug-testing procedures, programs to maintain food safety, and cooperative efforts involving industry and academia. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
A Short Guide to a Happy Life
Ms. Quindlen spoke about her book A Short Guide to a Happy Life, published by Random House. In her remarks she talked about her love of reading and her memories of reading as a child. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The State of Major League Baseball
Mr. Selig spoke about the state of Major League Baseball and about a revenue gap between various teams that threatened competitiveness within the sport. He also talked about sportsmanship and the level of civility in the game. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
National Symphony
Mr. Slatkin talked about the work of the National Symphony and the value of education in the arts. Among the topics he addressed were funding programs to reach youth, his family background in music, and the role of the arts in American culture. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Future of American Education
Secretary Riley talked about the future of U.S. education and the role of international education. He answered questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
Creativity and Theatre
Ms. Taymor talked about her own creativity and about the origins of theater as an intrinsic part of life. She is the director and costume designer for the Broadway production of The Lion King and has recently directed a new film, Titus. She answered questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
North Korean Issues
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Human Rights Issues
Ms. Cuomo spoke about human rights abuses around the world, concentrating on abuses against women. She urged the next administration to adopt several international human rights measures, including conventions to protect women from violence. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media